Beschreibung
European-Style Injection Blow Molding — 40 Tonne Class
Compact High-Precision IBM Machine with Higher Clamping Force than the SUMA 40iB Class
An independently engineered machine in the same tonnage class as the SUMA 40iB — cited here only to help buyers compare specifications — with 400 kN clamping force, zero-scrap three-station operation and a compact European-style structure.
EP-ZQ40 vs SUMA 40iB — Specification Comparison
Engineers evaluating 40-tonne class IBM machines from Taiwan often shortlist the SUMA 40iB alongside alternatives from other manufacturers. The table below presents key specifications side by side. SUMA 40iB figures are sourced from publicly available data. SUMA is referenced solely to assist buyers in equipment comparison and is not affiliated with Ever Power.
| Parameter | SUMA 40iB | Ever Power EP-ZQ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Injection Clamping Force | 386 kN | 400 kN |
| Screw Diameter | 40 mm | 40/45 mm |
| Injection Weight | 169 g | 190/260 g |
| Mold Size (L x W) | 470 x 350 mm | 480 x 340 mm |
| Machine Size (L x W x H) | 3.8 x 1.5 x 2.3 m | 3.5 x 1.3 x 1.7 m |
| Max Cavities — 10 ml | — | 9 |
| Dry Cycle | — | 3.5 s |
| Total Power | — | 20 kW |
SUMA 40iB reference figures sourced from publicly available specification data. SUMA is cited only to assist buyers in equipment comparison and is not affiliated with Ever Power.
EP-ZQ40 Full Technical Specifications
The EP-ZQ40 is the entry model in the Ever Power ZQ series. Its twin 40/45 mm screw options, 400 kN injection clamping force and 3.5-second dry cycle deliver strong output in a 3.5 x 1.3 m floor area — notably more compact than the 3.8 x 1.5 m footprint of the SUMA 40iB class. See the full ZQ range at the IBM machines overview.
Injection System
| Parameter | Unit | EP-ZQ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Screw Diameter | mm | 40 / 45 |
| Screw L/D Ratio | — | 22:1 |
| Injection Weight | g | 190 / 260 |
| Heating Power | kW | 7.5 |
| Number of Barrel Zones | — | 3+N |
| Injection Stroke | mm | 120 |
Clamping System
| Parameter | Unit | EP-ZQ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Injection Clamping Force | kN | 400 |
| Injection Opening Stroke | mm | 165 |
| Blow Clamping Force | kN | 60 |
| Blow Opening Stroke | mm | 140 |
| Rotary Table Lift Height | mm | 70 |
Mould
| Parameter | Unit | EP-ZQ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Platen Size (L x W) | mm | 480 x 340 |
| Mold Thickness | mm | 180 |
| Max Bottle Diameter | mm | 120 |
| Max Bottle Height | mm | 220 |
| Max Bottle Volume | ml | 1 to 1500 |
| Stripping Stroke | mm | 220 |
Hydraulic System and Utilities
| Parameter | Unit | EP-ZQ40 |
|---|---|---|
| Hydraulic Pressure | MPa | 14 |
| Motor Power | kW | 11 |
| Dry Cycle | s | 3.5 |
| Total Power | kW | 20 |
| Operating Power Ratio | % | 52 to 70 |
| Min Air Pressure | MPa | 0.7 to 1.2 |
| Compressed Air Capacity | m3/min | 0.7 |
| Cooling Water Flow | m3/h | 3.5 |
| Cooling Water Pressure | MPa | 0.3 to 0.4 |
| Machine Dimensions (L x W x H) | m | 3.5 x 1.3 x 1.7 |
| Net Weight | ton | 3.8 |
Parameters are for reference only. Ever Power reserves the right to modify specifications without prior notice.
Cavity Configuration Guide
The EP-ZQ40 supports up to 9 cavities at 10 ml, making it well suited to high-cavity pharmaceutical vial production. At 250 ml and above, cavity counts of 2 to 3 per cycle match mid-volume cosmetic and daily-care bottle lines.
| Volume | 10 ml | 30 ml | 60 ml | 100 ml | 250 ml | 500 ml | 1000 ml |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Cavities | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
For reference only. Actual cavity count depends on mold design and bottle geometry.
Key Engineering Features
400 kN vs 386 kN — Higher Clamping Capacity
The EP-ZQ40 provides 400 kN injection clamping force versus 386 kN in the SUMA 40iB class. The full European-style pressurized clamping structure achieves this through a booster cylinder that operates independently from the mold-open and mold-close actions, contributing to both higher force and lower energy consumption per cycle.
Higher Injection Weight: 190/260 g vs 169 g
At 190 g to 260 g versus 169 g for the SUMA 40iB class, the EP-ZQ40 supports heavier preforms within the same tonnage, providing more flexibility when producing larger bottles at the upper end of the 1 to 1500 ml volume range or when processing higher-density engineering polymers.
Smaller Footprint: 3.5 x 1.3 x 1.7 m
At 3.5 x 1.3 x 1.7 m the EP-ZQ40 is smaller than the 3.8 x 1.5 x 2.3 m profile of the SUMA 40iB class in all three dimensions, enabling higher equipment density in existing production floor plans and simplified installation in standard ceiling-height facilities.
Standard Servo Rotary Drive
Servo-driven rotation is included as standard equipment on all EP-ZQ40 machines, simplifying the drive train, reducing mechanical maintenance requirements and improving positioning accuracy across the three-station cycle.
3.5 s Dry Cycle
A 3.5-second dry cycle supports high-frequency operation across all cavity configurations. At 9 cavities, this translates to sustained throughput for pharmaceutical vial lines running extended production shifts.
Zero Scrap Three-Station Process
Injection, blowing and stripping all occur simultaneously in separate stations. No parting-line flash, no gate mark and no trim waste — material utilisation approaches 100% per cycle, reducing per-unit resin cost across all supported materials.
Key Components and Supplier Origins
The EP-ZQ40 is assembled with internationally validated components. Hydraulic seals from England, pneumatic valves from Germany, position sensors from Italy and servo drives from Taiwan provide a reliable and serviceable component base for long-term production operation.
| No. | Component | Supplier | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Computer | Hongxun | Taiwan |
| 2 | Oil Pump Servo Driver | Hongxun | Taiwan |
| 3 | Servo Motor | Fisi | Italy |
| 4 | Oil Pump | Ekor | Germany |
| 5 | Hydraulic Valve | Oil Research | Taiwan |
| 6 | Five-Star Motor | Staver (Haitian) | China |
| 7 | Electronic Ruler | Gefran | Italy |
| 8 | A.C. Contactor | Schneider | France |
| 9 | Heating Relay | YANMING | Taiwan |
| 10 | O-Type Ring | HALLITE | England |
| 11 | Seal Ring | HALLITE | England |
| 12 | Travel Switch | YANMING | Taiwan |
| 13 | Air Switch | Schneider | France |
| 14 | Oil Pipe | ISR | USA |
| 15 | Air Valve | Festo | Germany |
| 16 | Servo Rotary Motor | Huichuan | China |
| 17 | PCS Carton | Mecano | China |
Component suppliers may be substituted with equivalent or superior alternatives subject to availability without prior notice.
Compatible Materials and Industry Applications
The EP-ZQ40 handles the full range of standard and engineering thermoplastics from 1 ml to 1500 ml, covering pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food and chemical packaging requirements.
Processable Materials
LDPE
PP
PS
ABS
EVA
PCTG
PLA (Bio)
Pharmaceutical
Eye drops, nasal spray, syrup bottles, tablet containers, oral liquid vials
Cosmetic
Serum vials, lotion bottles, toner containers, shampoo and conditioner packaging
Food and Beverage
Sauce bottles, edible oil containers, condiment packaging, dairy product bottles
Chemical and Daily Care
Cleaning agents, personal care products, laboratory reagent containers
Mold Design and Tooling
Ever Power designs and manufactures ZQ40-compatible injection blow molds from 4Cr13 stainless or imported S136 alloy steel. The 480 x 340 mm max platen is closely comparable to the 470 x 350 mm of the SUMA 40iB class, enabling similar cavity layouts while using Ever Power tooling designed specifically for the ZQ40 geometry.
Comparable Platen to SUMA 40iB
The 480 x 340 mm EP-ZQ40 platen is dimensionally close to the 470 x 350 mm of the SUMA 40iB, allowing similar mold layout strategies while using purpose-designed Ever Power tooling.
S136 and 4Cr13 Steel
Injection mold bodies are machined from imported S136 high-strength alloy steel or 4Cr13 stainless. Blow mold bodies are available in magnesium-aluminium alloy for improved thermal conductivity and shorter cooling times.
100% Seal Integrity
Bottle neck and thread dimensions are machined to tolerance for 100% cap seal engagement across all cavities. No flash on mouth or base. Product weight, wall thickness and dimensions consistent across the full mold.
Production Line Integration
The EP-ZQ40 integrates with a complete downstream production line from raw material feeding to finished carton packing. Ever Power provides whole-line turnkey solutions and can supply individual ancillaries to complement existing production infrastructure.
Air Compressor
Mold Temperature Controller
Chiller
Packing Machine
Bottle Visual Inspection Machine
Auto Loader
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